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Learning to Live with High Functioning Autism: A Parent's Guide for Professionals


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When the author's son, Matthew, was finally diagnosed with autism at 12 years old, they thought the diagnosis marked the end of their troubles. In fact, despite the increase in reported levels of autism, appropriate support and clear information were hard to find. The author points out that parents, who could be a valuable source of information and help to busy professionals, are seldom involved in the educational process, and are often made to feel guilty about their children's autism. In this book, the author provides an explanation of the autistic specturm and dissects and dispels some of the myths about autistic behaviour and various types of autism. Intended for the professionals who work with autistic people and their families and friends, this book draws on the Stanton family's experiences, and the experiences of other families, to offer a portrayal of what living with autism is actually like for all those involved and to argue that learning to live with autism is a two-way process.

Table of Contents:
1. Introduction. 2. A parent's tale. 3. Understanding autism. 4. Diagnosis. 5. Conflict and partnership. 6. Brothers and sisters. 7. Early years. 8. Childhood. 9. Adolescence. 10. Adult life. 11. Myths and insights. 12. Challenging behaviour. 13. Mind your language. 14. Difficulties at school. 15. The way forward. 16. Conclusion. References. Resources and organizations. Index.

About the Author :
Mike Stanton teaches in a school for children with severe learning difficulties in the UK. Some of his pupils are children with autism, and despite the difference in ability he recognizes the similarities between them and people with high functioning autism like his son. Since Matthew was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome the whole family has been active in the National Autistic Society. Thus Mike brings both professional understanding and personal experience to the subject. He is, as he likes to style himself on Internet forums, `a parent and a teacher and learning all the time'.

Review :
It is always a pleasure to read a book about autism written by a parent of a child with a spectrum disorder. Mike's book was no exception to the rule - indeed, quite the opposite. Mike's style, complimenting the seriousness of the subject matter with humour and personality, allowed for a hugely enjoyable and rewarding read. Mike's knowledge of autism plus his personal experience has given him an excellent basis for the content of the book. His ideas are stimulating, his style accessible, his dedication and humour inspiring. The book is a motivation to me, as a professional, to always question my own practice. Ultimately, the book is a `must read' for parents and professionals alike. Stanton highlights the costs to his family from a 'system' that understands little of ASD. Stanton, rightly, advocates for professionals to allow parents a bigger part in the whole process. Professionals, inexperienced in this specialist area would benefit from reading of the agonies families encounter in such situations. Stanton believed that with a diagnosis a 'support system' would open up - that it didn't, is of no surprise to those who are already involved with ASD. LEA officers would do well to read his suggestions on flexibility within the educational set-up. The issues raised by Stanton must be addressed by the services as a matter of urgency, if those with ASD are not to be discriminated against and have their needs adequately addressed in this age of inclusion. I'm not one to give away a good story line, but this is a must read for anyone involved in helping, understanding or interested in persons with autism. Nothing gets by the eagle eye of Mike Stanton. Polemic? Sure, a little, but nothing not deservedly so. Useful information for persons with autism, parents and those working in the field ? Every word. This book should be on the shelf of everyone in the autism community and deserves to reach the community-at-large. Get it and get those friends who want to learn more about this great world autism community a copy too. No one could come away disappointed in Learning to Live with High Functioning Autism: A Parent's guide for Professionals by Mike Stanton.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781853029158
  • Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
  • Publisher Imprint: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
  • Height: 214 mm
  • No of Pages: 128
  • Sub Title: A Parent's Guide for Professionals
  • Width: 136 mm
  • ISBN-10: 1853029157
  • Publisher Date: 01 Apr 2000
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Spine Width: 10 mm
  • Weight: 200 gr


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